# Things to do in San Diego this weekend (Oct 23–25, 2026)

75 events around San Diego, picked by Thursday Drop. Updated 2026-10-23T17:55:54.336Z. Web version: https://thursday.kandr.io/email/san-diego

## Forecast

- Fri: 71°F, Drizzle
- Sat: 75°F, Partly cloudy
- Sun: 77°F, Cloudy

## Pick of the week

- **Día de los Muertos Dinner & Live Painting with Chef Lety & Ben Tallakson**: Sat, Oct 24 · 5pm · 390 Third Ave, San Diego · See tickets. A 4-course dinner by Chef Lety Gonzalez, live painting by Ben Tallakson, and a community ofrenda for the loved ones we carry with us. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/eda7da3eeab8cc3d?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Live Music

- **Ambiente y Cafe x Mas Vida Market - San Diego**: Sun, Oct 25 · 10am · The Soap Factory, San Diego · See tickets. We are celebrating Ambiente y Cafe & Mas Vida Market in San Diego with DJ's, Live Banda, 30+ Vendors, Live Activations + MORE! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/5b16c0108420536b?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Spreckels Organ Society presents The Phantom of the Opera in Concert**: Sat, Oct 24 · Spreckels Organ Pavilion, San Diego · See tickets [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/3cd98ca2fc68cfc4?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Eli-Mac with Cruz Roots and Lowtide**: Sat, Oct 24 · 8pm · The Harp, San Diego · See tickets. Get ready to vibe live with Eli-Mac, Cruz Roots, and Lowtide – a chill night you don’t wanna miss! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/8731c1bdcd9511b8?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Eat & Drink

- **Land & Sea: A Culinary & Live Jazz Experience**: Sun, Oct 25 · 4pm · 6501 Acorn St, San Diego · See tickets. An intimate backyard evening of chef-driven tastings, live jazz by Free Flow Sounds, and family-table conversation in San Diego. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/487bca83c87cde20?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Oktoberfest 2026 at Citizen Brewers**: Sat, Oct 24 · 2pm · Citizen Brewers, San Diego · See tickets. Get ready to toast at Oktoberfest 2026 with great brews and fun vibes at Citizen Brewers! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/ef509d322f4edbee?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **The 4th Annual Hillcrest Food Crawl**: Sat, Oct 24 · 1:30pm · The Brass Rail, San Diego · See tickets. Get a Taste of Hillcrest in San Diego on a Fun Crawl and After Party Event! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/f969dd20b3dda4a3?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Family & Kids

- **Kids FREE Fall Festival**: Sat, Oct 24 · 10am · 1465 E Madison Ave, El Cajon · See tickets. Bring the little ones for a fun-filled day of fall games, treats, and free activities they’ll love! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/e8f3ae7c33c7a6a4?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **LSG 5th Annual Fall Fest**: Sun, Oct 25 · 12pm · Mountain Hawk Park, Chula Vista · Free. A fun-filled fall day for the whole family! Bring the kids for games, treats, activities, and plenty of fall fun with LSG. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/4853500133313a98?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Fall Into Girl Scouts at the Carmel Valley Library!**: Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30am · Carmel Valley Branch Library, San Diego · Free. Please join us at this free event to learn more about Girl Scouts! Come learn more and prepare for fun, friendship, and new adventures ! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/11f9f9161982342d?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Outdoors & Sports

- **Pride Out Pickleball - Social & Open Play**: Sat, Oct 24 · 6pm · Barnes Tennis Center, San Diego · See tickets. We’re back and gayer than ever. Come meet cool people, bring the good vibes, and smash some pickleballs! Costume contest anyone? [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/a51c0891e1b9a178?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Binational Race Shake Out Run powered by lululemon**: Sat, Oct 24 · 8am · Lululemon Outlet, San Diego · Free. Ready. Set. Shake Out! at lululemon Las Americas. A time for community and connection. Like they say, running is good for your heart. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/e6ebebbe7a3be2b4?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Saturday Morning All-Levels Donation Yoga at Sunset Cliffs**: Sat, Oct 24 · 9am · Sunset Cliffs Natural Park at Sunset Cliffs Blvd & Adair St, San Diego · Free. Every Saturday! Join the community for a 60 minute All-Levels Donation Yoga class at gorgeous Sunset Cliffs in San Diego. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/0f22679c3018708e?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Arts & Nightlife

- **2026 San Diego Zombie Crawl: Oct 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 | $500 Value for $40+**: Fri, Oct 23 · 6pm · American Junkie, San Diego · Free. GASLAMP QUARTERS #1 HALLOWEEN PARTY PACKAGE INCL. FREE ENTRY TO 25+ BARS, 10+ SHOTS, FREE PIZZA + CHEAP DRINKS, FOOD, HOTELS & PARKING! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/32a6f53b75cfb76a?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Saint Grain. Co Launch Party & Creative Showcase**: Sat, Oct 24 · 6pm · Mixed Grounds Coffee, San Diego · See tickets. Join us for Saint Grain’s Co Launch & Creative Fashion Showcase—where style meets fresh vibes in person! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/977e30b603d48f22?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Trick or Drink: San Diego Halloween Bar Crawl (3 Days)**: Sat, Oct 24 · 4pm · Flamingo Deck, San Diego · See tickets. Barcrawlerz is taking over San Diego this Halloween! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/68c3b6ce3aaadabc?m=san-diego&c=seo)

## Free This Weekend

- **Onyx Saturdays | San Diego Event - October 24th**: Sat, Oct 24 · 9pm · Onyx Room Nightclub · Free. Join us October 24th at Onyx Nightclub! NO COVER on the guest list before 10pm. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/4b2083a896508619?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Ghostbusters Halloween Movie Night Under the Stars**: Sat, Oct 24 · 7pm · Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter · Free. Celebrate spooky season with a family-friendly movie night under the stars at Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter! [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/24258c5556fefec3?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Gaslamp Downtown Bar Crawl - VIP Table Options**: Fri, Oct 23 · 8:55pm · Good Night John Boy, San Diego · Free. Come join us for No Cover at venues, amazing discounts, and free welcome shots [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/c1a8358db72343be?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **Screen Your Teen**: Sun, Oct 25 · 9:30am · Mission Bay High School, San Diego · Free. Free heart screening for ages 12 to 25 to identify risk factors for sudden cardiac arrest. Download screening packet at screenyourteens.org. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/b974f20560f231dc?m=san-diego&c=seo)
- **2026 NASPGHAN Cocktail Reception**: Fri, Oct 23 · 6:30pm · Marriott Marguis San Diego Marina, Coronado Terrace · Free. Join CHOP’s GI team for drinks, hors d’oeuvres and conversation during the NASPGHAN annual meeting in San Diego. [Details](https://thursday.kandr.io/r/acafa6a5b8f2b742?m=san-diego&c=seo)

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